Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

In attempting to bridge this gap, Google, for example, has invested in virtual reality technology to create more immersive and interactive remote meetings. Some all-remote companies regularly organize remote social events and meetups to strengthen bonds between associates and create a connected corporate culture.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 7, 2020

Welcome to the April 2020 Leadership Development Carnival! We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, motivation, productivity, team building, and more. Paula Kiger of Big Green Pen shared Overcome social distance with empathy in leadership.

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CO2

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

In the journey of leadership, the terrain is often complex and unpredictable and being aware of Blind Spots & The Johari Window can help. Just as a mountain’s hidden crevices can pose unexpected challenges to even the most experienced climber, blind spots in leadership can hinder our ability to lead effectively and empathetically.

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leaderCommunicator

AUGUST 20, 2021

Welcome to my weekly round-up of the best-of-the-best recent leadership and communication blog posts. For example, some communication leaders argued that marketing should be a part of the communication function, while others said it was more effective as a separate function.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 18, 2013

Sanborn says it’s because being a Fred enriches others, expands you, puts more life into your living, breaks the bonds of self-absorption, make you more employable, offers you a better way to live, creates a positive influence, and is more fun. The Fred Philosophy is Good Leadership. Why Would You Live this Way? writes Sanborn.

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Great Leadership By Dan

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Not surprising, I found that one of the most significant drivers of employee engagement is One’s Immediate Manager and all aspects that make up that relationship between a manager and his or her employees, that is, the bond that is created by effective leaders with those they lead.

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Terry Starbucker

JULY 1, 2012

There are times when a leadership vacuum can sneak up on you and your organization, one that can quickly erase all the hard work and success that preceded it. A classic example is a sales force caring for nothing more than commissions, leaving customer “messes” behind for the rest of the team to clean up – if they can.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 17, 2020

G RATITUDE increases our leadership effectiveness as drives out fear and blame, gives meaning and confidence to all, and boosts productivity. We should have developed it from example in our youth, but as we know, that doesn’t always happen. It demonstrates support and builds bonds. Gratitude is more than saying thank you.

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Great Leadership By Dan

MAY 21, 2020

Bridge divides with team bonding. First, make sure that you and your top leadership don’t indulge in backstabbing or blame games. If you are transparent about the company’s financials, for example, every staff member will understand how their actions affect the organization’s viability—and, by extension, everyone’s job security.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JULY 10, 2018

This suggests a new type of leadership – one that Jeff Walker and his coauthors have referred to as “shapers”. Social ventures and NGO’s, of all shapes and sizes, can help catalyze the innovation ecosystem, for example, by creating market transparency through labeling initiatives or motivating corporate action through boycotts and protests.

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Michael Lee Stallard

APRIL 8, 2011

In Leadership Is Dead: How Influence Is Reviving It , Jeremie Kubicek, CEO of the leader development company GiANT Impact, makes a clear and compelling case that “dominating leaders” who lead by coercion are on the decline and are being replaced by “liberating leaders” who lead through influence. I highly recommend this book.

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Great Results Team Building

MAY 2, 2023

Gossip can be a way to bond and build relationships within the team. But be aware that YOUR EXAMPLE is the best tool you have to impact your team culture) Okay – Here are your four steps to fix gossip on your team: 1. Instead, team members should use gossip as a way to encourage positive behavior and discourage negative behavior.

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Experience to Lead

MAY 30, 2023

For managers, leadership isn’t one-size-fits-all. Each individual must take their own unique mixture of real-world experience and personal talents to forge their own leadership style. With leadership training, managers can study the core competencies they need to adapt and grow for their entire career.

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Lead from Within

MARCH 2, 2021

Whatever your team’s situation, the best way for you to foster a climate of trust is to lead by example. If you need to work through some personal development in this area, consult a mentor or leadership coach if that option is available to you. Trust is the glue of leadership. The Leadership Gap.

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2017

That sign- a form of self-deprecating humor—is a small but powerful example of what consumers and employees want: humor. Imagine a business class in which you have guest lecturers from firms such as Apple, Spanx, and IDEO all talking about how they use laughter in leadership. Believe me, laughter followed AND bonds were created.

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Michael Lee Stallard

APRIL 7, 2019

Article Published by Forbes I believe it’s wise for leaders to develop their organizational culture by being intentional about strengthening the bonds of connection and trust among leaders and employees. For example, when you first join a team at work, you expect to be respected.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 12, 2013

Struggle is a part of any human endeavor and leadership is no different. But as Joe Badaracco has pointed out, “ leadership is a struggle by flawed human beings to make some important human values real and effective in the world as it is.” The Adaptive Leader Profile is available from Snyder Leadership Group.)

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Michael Lee Stallard

JUNE 9, 2020

They don’t feel leadership actually cares about them as a person or they see that care as lukewarm at best. The bond people experience makes it more likely they care about others, and will act and contribute in ways that benefit the group. The third type of relational culture is a culture of connection.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 7, 2020

and lead by example. Genuine listening forms a bond of trust that motivates people and helps in resolving their concerns. What you do in that moment will either help them or hurt them, so give them the words and example they need to stay focused so you can weather the crisis together. #1 The Leadership Gap.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

Science fiction can be a tool to break the bonds of incrementalism and to imagine other possibilities. They provide examples of how science fiction stories help companies do just that. In one example, the legal team was holding up progress out of a desire to protect the company. And then present them in comic book format.

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Michael Lee Stallard

JUNE 13, 2016

Connection is a bond based on shared identity, empathy and understanding that moves individuals toward group-centered membership. Groups with a high degree of connection have an assertive communication and leadership style. Also, ask trusted friends if they can remember any examples when you were assertive, aggressive or passive.

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Eric Jacobson

DECEMBER 31, 2023

And to build stronger bonds with my colleagues. Thank you, Dad, for teaching me these valuable lessons by setting such a good example. So, when he told a funny story, sang a silly song, or acted goofy, it was particularly memorable. Throughout my career, I injected humor to diffuse stressful situations. I miss you.

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Shrinking budgets, bad leadership, inflated demands all contribute to the loss of purpose. For example, if you work for a publisher, look for a program working with adult literacy or children’s reading. As a bonus, the bonds between team members will be strengthened as well. The Leadership Gap. There are lots of reasons.

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Lead by Adventure

MAY 8, 2014

Last Thursday, we talked about the definition of authentic leadership, as well as looked at why some leaders shy away from authenticity in Part 1. Today, I want to talk about authenticity as a leadership tool, and why it is so powerful. The post Why Authenticity is a Powerful Leadership Tool, Part 2 appeared first on Lead by Adventure.

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Lead by Adventure

MAY 6, 2014

For example, you might have some strong leaders but they are not strong in listening to others. You might have people that have great leadership potential but do not step up as often as you would like. What are the weaknesses of your team and how do you want to readjust them? What issues does your team have that you want to work on?

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Terry Starbucker

OCTOBER 8, 2017

A More Human Short Story – My Path To Leadership Joy . He had a style of leadership that I would classify as undeniably human, and personal. I poured my heart out about the bond we wanted to form among all of our teammates, and that the only way to do that was to trust each other. How were we going to deal with this?

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Lead from Within

JULY 5, 2016

Empathy is a leadership competency – like no other skill- that can make a big difference when it comes to leadership. But in truth, it can be difficult to master and demanding to maintain, and it has major impact on leadership. At the core leadership is ultimately about others. Empathy creates bonds.

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Eric Jacobson

MARCH 17, 2019

Halfway into the 300-page book, Leadership Conversations , I had turned the corners of nearly every fifth pages. There is so much to learn from Leadership Conversations. When I read business books, I turn the corner of every page that has something I really like, want to remember and easily reference in the future.

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Terry Starbucker

AUGUST 2, 2015

These posts go to the core of my principles of More Human leadership, as well as take a peek into my heart and soul. He was also a lifetime student of leadership and personal development, creating what he called the “ Pyramid of Success “. Here is what he said back in 1996 about a leader’s responsibility: “You must set an example.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 17, 2022

One of the chief goals of this blog is to encourage better leadership, so I normally write about leadership issues. My goal is to help you be more effective – in leadership and management. Here are 7 ways to be seen as effective in leadership or management: Be aware. Let your word be your bond.

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Contractual Trust – this is the trust of character through: Managing expectations –the ‘do as I say, not as I do’ leadership model, avoiding conflict, rather than setting out expectations for attitude, behaviour and performance and then holding their colleagues accountable is still too prevalent.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Engaging with people directly and showing that you truly hear what they are saying is one of the best ways to build strong bonds and make yourself accessible as a leader. In my experience, I have found that most great leaders are avid readers—for example, Bill Gates goes away on short retreats with 20 or so books. The Leadership Gap.

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Leading Blog

MAY 15, 2019

Consider, for example, all the other concepts that courage connects to in workplace settings. Leadership takes courage because it requires making bold decisions that some people won’t agree with or support. The courage of try is associated with: “Stepping up to the plate,” such as volunteering for a leadership role.

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HR Digest

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

By organizing team bonding activities for your employees, they will be able to collaborate and support one another. Another game that can improve leadership and cooperation is blind drawing activities for employees. For example, if it is a girl on a bike, they would need to give hints so their partner can draw what they hear.

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Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 28, 2019

Halfway into the 300-page book, Leadership Conversations , I had turned the corners of nearly every fifth page. There is so much to learn from Leadership Conversations. When I read business books, I turn the corner of every page that has something I really like, want to remember and easily reference in the future.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

Leaders need to understand that being authentically humble humanizes them, allows them to build stronger trust bonds, and engenders confidence & loyalty from peers and subordinates alike. While hubris can be a needed trait to call upon at times, to rely solely upon it as the foundation of your leadership style just doesn’t work.

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Leading Blog

JULY 23, 2021

A marketing manager, for example, can easily create a brand positioning statement for a new brand—they have the knowledge, skill, and experience to draw upon. Let’s take a look at an example from each area to see how focusing on one action can give you 80 percent of the results in 20 percent of the time.

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